Live Demos and Industry Expertise
Join us at Cornell Pump Company's Pump School for a comprehensive curriculum covering pump theory, design principles, and troubleshooting techniques. Led by industry experts, this annual event is perfect for professionals seeking to stay updated with the latest pumping industry advancements. Whether you are a seasoned engineer, maintenance technician, or newcomer to the field, Pump School provides exceptional networking opportunities and a perfect blend of theory and practice.
- 8 hours of instruction per day
- USB filled with presentations
- Catered lunch
- Break refreshments
- CEU credits
- Network with other pump professionals
SCHEDULE
PLEASE NOTE
A reception in Portland will be held on Monday night, September 8th, 2025. Participating Pump school Attendees and Spouses are encouraged to attend if they are in the area.
Pump School attendees, and spouses are invited to dinner on Tuesday Evening, September 9th, following the seminars.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
SESSION 1: BASIC HYDRAULICS
Typical Subjects Include:
- Basic Hydraulics
- Pump Selection, NPSHA/R
- Installation & Troubleshooting
- Flow Meter
- System Design, TDH Calculation & Friction Losses
- System Curves, Pumps Parallel & Series
- Pump Curves
- Materials of Construction
- Pump Parts
- Pump Flo
SESSION 2: ADVANCED TOPICS
Typical Subjects Include:
- Materials of Construction
- Mechanical Seals
- VFD’s & Controls
- Energy Efficiency Calculations
- System Curves, Pumps Parallel & Series
- NPSHA/R Calculations & HI Standards
- Corrosion / Metallurgy
- Installation & Troubleshooting
- Motors
- Life Cycle Costs
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
- Assembly Training
- Factory Tour
- Test Lab Training
You can choose to stay at Cornell Pump for further Factory Training or return to the Hotel for the following training:
- Features & Benefits
- Engine Applications
- Seal Life
- Industrial Internet of Things (IOT)
- Pump Selection for Mining & Slurry Applications
- Energy Efficiency
- Wire-to-Water Efficiency
Hotel Info
A block of rooms is held for Pump School Attendees at the Benson Hotel in downtown Portland. Call call 1.800.774.1500 and use group code CPS25 or use the link below. Rooms start at $199.00 / night. Rooms will be reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please make your reservation early to ensure room availability.*
*Cornell Pump Company is not responsible for any room reservations. All hotel accommodations are the responsibility of the attendee. The block of rooms at the Benson Hotel is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please make your reservations early so that you can make sure the room is available.
BENSON HOTEL DOWNTOWN PORTLAND
309 SW Broadway | Portland, OR 97205 | bensonhotel.com
Registration Full
2025 Pump School Registrations are full! Join the waitlist to be notified of any openings.
Registrations must be made individually.
Multiple registrations with the same name will be refunded, and a spot will not be guaranteed. Maximum 5 attendees per company.
No refunds after July 1st, 2025.
The final attendees of the event will be notified by August 5th.